Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
selebicum
ID:
388040

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 65: 465 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387372

Common Names

  • Bracisepalum selebicum
  • Selebicum Bracisepalum
  • Selebicum False Dandelion

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Description

Bracisepalum selebicum (also called Selebicum Bracisepalum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has white, star-shaped flowers and lanceolate leaves with a white underside. It typically grows in open, sunny areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Bracisepalum selebicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in wetland restoration projects and to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bracisepalum selebicum has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bracisepalum selebicum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bracisepalum selebicum

Bracisepalum selebicum can be found in South America.

Bracisepalum selebicum FAQ

What type of plant is Bracisepalum selebicum?

Bracisepalum selebicum is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.

What is the natural habitat of Bracisepalum selebicum?

Bracisepalum selebicum is native to South Africa.

What are the characteristics of Bracisepalum selebicum?

Bracisepalum selebicum is a perennial herb with white or pink flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Species in the Bracisepalum genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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